Arsene Wenger is forced into one change from their victory over Crystal Palace four days ago as Mesut Ozil misses out with what the club is describing as a slight knee injury. Alex Iwobi takes his place in attack.

Manager Alan Pardew makes just one change from the Boxing Day draw with Everton, as Salomon Rondon misses out with a hamstring injury. Hal Robson-Kanu takes his place up top, partnering Jay Rodriguez in attack.